What are the effects of drinking water infused with Astragalus and Lycium (goji berries)?
Disease description:
A friend of mine has symptoms of qi and blood deficiency and really wants to drink water infused with astragalus and goji berries, but we don't know whether this kind of infusion is effective. Could the doctor please explain what are the benefits of drinking water infused with astragalus and goji berries?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Drinking water infused with Huang Qi (Astragalus) and Lycium (Goji berries) offers various benefits, including replenishing qi and blood, strengthening the spleen and stomach, nourishing the liver and improving vision, enhancing defensive qi and consoliding the exterior, and nourishing the liver and kidneys.
1. Replenishing Qi and Blood: Astragalus helps improve symptoms of qi deficiency such as fatigue and pallor. Goji berries help replenish blood and enhance physical strength. Together, they can improve conditions caused by insufficient qi and blood and elevate the body's overall qi and blood levels.
2. Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach: Astragalus promotes digestion and absorption. Goji berries have functions of nourishing the liver and kidneys and improving vision. When used together in an infusion, they can help alleviate symptoms such as poor appetite and indigestion caused by weakness of the spleen and stomach.
3. Nourishing the Liver and Improving Vision: Goji berries are known for their ability to nourish the liver and improve vision. Astragalus promotes the circulation of qi and blood to the eyes, working synergistically with goji berries to nourish both the liver and eyes.
4. Enhancing Defensive Qi and Consolidating the Exterior: Astragalus enhances the body's adaptability to external environmental factors. Goji berries strengthen the body's defense mechanisms. Together, they further enhance the effect of reinforcing defensive qi and consolidating the exterior.
5. Nourishing the Liver and Kidneys: Goji berries nourish the liver and kidneys and have a calming effect on the nerves. Astragalus strengthens internal organ functions and promotes the generation of qi and blood. When consumed together as an infusion, they can further enhance liver and kidney functions.
Individuals with weak constitutions, spleen-stomach deficiency and cold, or internal accumulation of damp-heat should consume this infusion in moderation under the guidance of a physician.
